How to Eat Chirimoya

Chirimoya (Cherimoya) is the heart-shaped, edible fruit with a white flesh and green skin. It is most commonly related to a custard apple for Americans. They are grown in the United States and available during a winter harvest making them available starting in January. Use these steps to find out more about Chirimoyas and how to eat them.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Think Passion fruit. Chirimoya is a rough-skinned fruit much like a passion fruit. You can peel the fruit and eat it raw much like you would any other fruit.

2. Have dessert. Chirimoya has the consistency of a custard apple and can be used as a substitute for custard apple recipes. Think tarts, pies or crumbles for a sweet treat.

3. Use it in a savory dish. Apples have been notoriously paired with pork chops for decades, but they are also a great addition to any chicken dish. Add chopped apples to brown rice, cous cous or pilaf for a crunchy sweetness.

4. Make applesauce. Applesauce is not only a great healthy breakfast or snack, it is great for baby food and baked goods. Using applesauce in breads and cookies gives them a level of moistness no other ingredient can provide.

Tips & Warnings

• Visit the Food Network website for great recipes using Chirimoya.
• Visit the Calimoya Farms site to find out when they are in season and how you can order Chirimoya directly from California.

Resources

• Calimoya Farms
• Food Network

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